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OBY 878

1961 Alvis TD21

Green Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,997 mi
Last recorded18,997 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1961 Alvis TD2122,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBY 878
MakeAlvis
ModelTD21
Year1961
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 18,997 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 18,997 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play idler arm (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight brake bind nearside front

How Reliable is the Alvis TD21?

Based on 1,874 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
370
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 66
Stop lamp not working 34
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 27
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OBY 878 is a 1961 Alvis TD21 in Green with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1961 Alvis TD21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 22,628 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Alvis TD21 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OBY 878, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alvis TD21 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 65 years old, this Alvis TD21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OBY 878 registered?

OBY 878 is a 1961 Alvis TD21, first registered on 3 October 1961.

Is OBY 878 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBY 878 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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